Aging in an inevitable and unavoidable process that affects each and every one uniquely. Aging brings on many changes as a person develops throughout the lifespan. The way in which you take care of yourself through the years both physically and mentally will impact the way in which you age. Many of our lifestyle behaviors and choices are integrated, thus there is a strong association between healthy lifestyles, prevention and longevity.
Sparta Community Hospital is excited to partner with the University of Illinois Extension to offer an interactive program Keys to Embracing Aging. This interactive series highlights 12 keys aimed at helping you to grow old gracefully, successfully, and with increased longevity. Keys to Embracing Aging will influence attitude, nutrition, physical activity, brain health, social activity, technology, safety, medical literacy, stress management, financial security, sleep, and taking time for yourself.
Since there is no magic potion to stop the aging process, it is important to take care of your body, mind and spirit throughout your whole life. These 12 keys, and many additional healthy behavior practices, encourage optimal aging throughout the lifespan.
Each program will be held at 2:00 p.m. in Sparta Community Hospital Auxiliary Room B at Broadway Plaza on the dates listed below. Feel free to register for the whole series, or pick and choose your session(s). RSVP to Jennifer Barbour at 618-443-1467.
POSITIVE ATTITUDE – Monday, July 18, 2022
A positive attitude affects overall happiness, health and well-being. A positive attitude can also help you better manage life’s transitions and challenges.
Call Jennifer to register by NOON on Friday, July 15, 2022.
EATING SMART AND HEALTHY – Monday, August 29, 2022
Eating right can help prevent illness and chronic disease. It can also provide you with more energy so that you can be alert and a better decision-maker. Eating healthy includes a well-balanced diet and a healthy relationship with food.
Call Jennifer to register by NOON on Friday, August 26, 2022.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY – Monday, September 19, 2022
Regular exercise is associated with decreased death and/or disability from diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and cancer. It is also associated with positive psychological benefits such as improved quality of life. The most important thing to remember about exercise is to do it. Make exercise a habit.
Call Jennifer to register by NOON on Friday, September 16, 2022.
BRAIN ACTIVITY – Monday, October 31, 2022
A healthy brain is crucial to survival, growth and everyday successes. Similar to the rest of the body, the brain needs exercise and maintenance in order to optimize and protect its current and future health. In particular, the brain needs socialization, mental stimulation, physical activity, nutrition and sleep.
A healthy brain is crucial to survival, growth and everyday successes. Similar to the rest of the body, the brain needs exercise and maintenance in order to optimize and protect its current and future health. In particular, the brain needs socialization, mental stimulation, physical activity, nutrition and sleep.
Call Jennifer to register by NOON on Friday, October 28, 2022.
SOCIAL ACTIVITY – Monday, November 21, 2022
Engaged people are often healthier, happier, less depressed and demonstrate enhanced brain vitality. Social activity also improves academic performance, inspires a positive attitude, enhances self-esteem, connects you to family and peers and reduces the risk of illnesses and disease.
Call Jennifer to register by NOON on Friday, November 18, 2022.
TUNING IN TO THE TIMES – Monday, December 19, 2022
Staying in tune to the times throughout life promotes lifelong learning, which increases knowledge, problem solving and decision making. Staying on top of the latest technology and keeping up with the news also enhances brain stimulation and helps broaden social opportunities and networks.
Call Jennifer to register by NOON on Friday, December 16, 2022.